Driven by an enormous desire to demonstrate her worth as an individual, independent from her materially ambitious parents, Sharon prematurely finds her way into university by altering her birth date and by scholastic achievement qualifies for her MA degree a year early, freeing her to hone her reporting skills as editor of the student newspaper and freelancing at the leading English newspaper of the country. Well-endowed with good looks and sex appeal, she fends off romantic pretenders by the dozen without finding a kindred spirit worthy of her affection. Then she discovers Theo, an Afrikaner of Dutch Reform background in the far left leaning Student Representative Council. Using her media skills she begins supporting his struggle against the wartime fascists, who had clandestinely infiltrated the security forces of the country. As they expose more infiltrators at progressively senior levels, danger escalates and culminates in the kidnapping of his great love, Teresa. Sharon is actively drawn into liberating Teresa with much involvement of the country's Civil Investigation Division as well as American Intelligence. As Theo reveals his passion for Teresa, it dashes the near term hopes of Sharon for a romantic relationship with him. Still smitten, she continues her journalistic support of Theo and falls prey to an assassination attempt on the Bushvelt farm if his family. Theo shoots the assassin and together they arrest his three accomplices, much to the embarrassment of the Government, which sends Theo into exile. A corrupt magistrate releases the three accomplices who promptly sail to England, intent on killing Theo upon his arrival in Southampton. Theo transfers to a New York bound French ocean liner outside the three mile limit and they attack a fellow-traveler carrying his letters to mail from England. They are apprehended and the ensuing court case draws international attention as Sharon uses the London Times to broadcast the full meaning of the incident by testifying against them in the Southampton court. Seeking safety and still hoping for his love, Sharon joins Theo in Montreal. To continue her journalistic career she undertakes an assignment from the London Times to discover why Otto Strasser, one of the founders of the German National Socialist Party (NAZI), which was later hijacked by Adolf Hitler, is still held under house arrest in Nova Scotia. The shocking discovery of a sinister cabal of Communists, manipulating the American government to keep him in custody, exposes her and Theo to a new round of terror. Her comradeship with Theo deepens into a total commitment in spite of their dueling personalities and diverse ethnic backgrounds. Theo marries Sharon who cons his Dutch Reform parents into lovingly accepting her in spite of her Israeli Jewish background. To properly interview Otto Strasser, Theo uses his influence with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police to bring him to a Lodge near Mont Tremblant. To keep their conversations strictly private Sharon and Strasser only talk to each other outdoors on hiking trails. Theo learns that the Lodge has been infiltrated by Communist Union members of the Longshoremen from Halifax and prevails on the RCMP to fly with him to interdict them from a position in the woods above the lodge. When Strasser and Sharon emerge from the Lodge three Communist rifle men become visible on a ledge below their position and Theo opens fire with the sniper rifle loaned to him by the RCMP to take out the gunman closest to the Lodge. The second gunman fires his assault rifle at Theo hitting him in his right leg before the nearest RCMP officer takes him out. The third gunman fires at Strasser and mortally wounds Sharon. She dies, badly injured in the arms of Theo in the hospital, leaving him mortified by the loss of his Sharon.
This volume is a collection of studies dedicated to Ilan Sharon, Professor of Biblical Archaeology at the Institute of Archaeology of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the longtime co-director of the Tel Dor Archaeological Project. The volume is divided into four sections reflecting the main avenues in his scholarly career. The articles of the first section discuss a wide range of methodological and epistemological themes related to archaeological field practices, analyses and interpretations. The second section of the volume is dedicated to Tel Dor, the archeological site so identified with Ilan Sharon, and deals with a wide range of finds and themes from the Late Bronze Age to the Middle Ages. Most of the articles are devoted to the first millennium BCE, the timespan for which Tel Dor serves as one of the key sites in studying the cultural trajectory of the Levantine coast and intercultural contacts in the Eastern Mediterranean basin. These contacts, which form a major module in the scholarship of the Phoenician world, constitute the subject of the third part of the volume, devoted to the cultural connections between the coastal region of southern Phoenicia, and Dor specifically, and inland regions of the Levant. The fourth and final part of the volume is devoted to studies in the archeology and history of the Iron Age Levant.
‘A hugely promising debut’ Irish Independent ‘Gripping and pacy’ Steve Cavanagh, Sunday Times bestselling author of Fifty Fifty ‘They’re dead. They’re all dead. It’s my fault. I killed them.’ Those are the words of Iona Gardener, who stands bloodied and staring as she confesses to the murder of four people in a run-down cottage outside of Belfast. Outside the cottage, five old dolls are hanging from a tree. Inside the cottage, the words “WHO TOOK EDEN MULLIGAN?” are graffitied on the wall, connecting the murder scene with the famous cold case of Eden Mulligan, a mother-of-five who went missing during The Troubles. But this case is different. Right from the start. Because no one in the community is willing to tell the truth, and the only thing DI Danny Stowe and forensic psychologist Rose Lainey can be certain of is that Iona Gardener’s confession is false…. A tense, atmospheric and utterly gripping story, perfect for fans of Patricia Gibney, Angela Marsons and Rachel Caine. **The next title in this unputdownable series The Midnight Killing is available to read now!*** Praise for Who Took Eden Mulligan?: ‘A dark, disturbing and gripping read perfect for fans of Jane Casey, Patricia Gibney and Brian McGilloway’ Claire Allan 'Deftly and compellingly written' Anthony J Quinn ‘A twisting tale of intrigue that never lets up.’ Brian McGilloway ‘A dark, twisting, compelling tale’ Stuart Neville 'An intriguing, sophisticated read told in an authentic voice' Kelly Creighton ‘Gripping and pacy’ Steve Cavanagh ‘A hugely promising debut’ Irish Independent
She’d cycled this way hundreds of times before, every twist and turn familiar. She didn’t know this would be the last. When the body of architect James McCallum is found hanging in the grounds of his former school one cold night, DI Danny Stowe and forensic psychologist Rose Lainey suspect foul play behind his apparent suicide. To their astonishment, the trail leads to a 20-year-old cold case of a missing girl, and a teenage party. But what was James’ fascination with the case and how is it linked to his death? Secrets don’t stay buried forever – but the real killer will stop at nothing to hide theirs… An absolutely gripping and totally unputdownable crime thriller that will keep you up all night! Perfect for fans of Patricia Gibney, Val McDermid and Rachel Caine. Readers are gripped by The Midnight Killing: ‘Taut and intense… had me on the edge of my seat.’ Angela Marsons 'I started The Midnight Killing last night and seriously couldn't put it down until I'd finished… Gripping, dark and highly charged. I absolutely loved it!' Carol Wyer ????? ‘Left my heart in my mouth… fresh, tense and exhilarating.’ Carla Kovach ????? ‘Another fantastic read from rising star Sharon Dempsey. I was on the edge of my seat, you will be too.’ Adrian McKinty ‘An absolute page turner. Just when you think you have it figured something comes along and you are back to figuring out who, what, when, where and why!’ Rubie_reads ????? ‘I love this… I couldn’t wait till the end to find out what happened. What a winner!’ Goodreads reviewer ????? ‘Wow! What a story!’ Goodreads reviewer ???? ‘I was intrigued from the very beginning and stayed hooked all the way through.’ The Sleepy Reader Reviews ????? ‘From the beginning it kept you hooked… made me want to go on reading deep into the night.’ Goodreads reviewer ???? ‘Dark, twisty, and atmospheric… The Midnight Killing's Danny Stowe and Rose Lainey are a dynamic team…!’ Bestselling author Sam Blake
'A hugely promising debut' Irish Independent'Gripping and pacy' Steve Cavanagh, Sunday Times bestselling author of Fifty Fifty'They're dead. They're all dead. It's my fault. I killed them.'
Little Mouse is Absolutely, Completely, Totally Fine! Or is he? Have fun finding out in this fun-filled and empowering picture book that encourages children to become body language detectives, develop empathy and express their emotions as they meet an irresistible cast of mice with BIG emotions … happy, sad, confused, scared, angry, calm … Look at each mouse and see what body language and expressions you can spot! Tired mouse. Timid mouse. Ready for the world mouse? Curious mouse. Furious mouse. Having no success mouse. Amused mouse. Confused mouse. Such a very jealous mouse. Children will love the bouncy rhyming text and charming Richard Scarry-esq illustrations, packed with detail! Perfect for neurodiverse and neurotypical children alike. Great for fans of Tom Percival’s Milo’s Monster and Ruby’s Worry and Michael Waites’ 100 Dogs.
This funny picture book from Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech, author of Walk Two Moons, and New Yorker cartoonist Harry Bliss is a delight for kids, with its colorful illustrations and gentle comeuppance for a well-meaning principal who learns that learning outside of school can be just as important as being in school.Tillie goes to a fine, fine school where kids learn about dinosaurs, build pyramids, and paint portraits. When her principal decides to call all the students and teachers together for an announcement, no one could have predicted he would say that there will be school on Saturdays Soon everyone goes to school on Sundays, holidays, and even the summer. He loves school so much that he forgets to give anyone time off
In her own singularly beautiful style, Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech intricately weaves together two tales, one funny, one bittersweet, to create a heartwarming, compelling, and utterly moving story of love, loss, and the complexity of human emotion.Thirteen-year-old Salamanca Tree Hiddle, proud of her country roots and the "Indian-ness in her blood," travels from Ohio to Idaho with her eccentric grandparents. Along the way, she tells them of the story of Phoebe Winterbottom, who received mysterious messages, who met a "potential lunatic," and whose mother disappeared. As Sal entertains her grandparents with Phoebe's outrageous story, her own story begins to unfold--the story of a thirteen-year-old girl whose only wish is to be reunited with her missing mother.
This funny picture book from Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech, author of Walk Two Moons, and New Yorker cartoonist Harry Bliss is a delight for kids, with its colorful illustrations and gentle comeuppance for a well-meaning principal who learns that learning outside of school can be just as important as being in school.Tillie goes to a fine, fine school where kids learn about dinosaurs, build pyramids, and paint portraits. When her principal decides to call all the students and teachers together for an announcement, no one could have predicted he would say that there will be school on Saturdays Soon everyone goes to school on Sundays, holidays, and even the summer. He loves school so much that he forgets to give anyone time off
The Newbery Medal-winning author of Walk Two Moons, Sharon Creech, brings readers a story with enormous heart. Love That Dog shows how one boy named Jack finds his voice with the help of a teacher, a pencil, some yellow paper, and of course, a dog. Written as a series of free-verse poems from Jack's point of view, and with classic poetry included in the back matter, this novel is perfect for kids and teachers, too.Jack hates poetry. Only girls write it and every time he tries to, his brain feels empty. But his teacher, Miss Stretchberry, won't stop giving her class poetry assignments--and Jack can't avoid them. But then something amazing happens. The more he writes, the more he learns that he does have something to say."I guess it doeslook like a poemwhen you see ittyped uplike that."
Early in the blue-black morning, a father and son slip out of the house with their fishing poles and a can of worms. But this is no ordinary fishing trip. With their lines and bobbers, they cast high into the air to catch the breeze, the sky, the sun, and best of all -- some wonderful memories.In her first picture book, Sharon Creech, author of the Newbery Medal winner Walk Two Moons, teams up with Caldecott Honor artist Chris Raschka to create a beautifully lyrical and richly imagined tale about the powerful bond between a father and son.
While there are hundreds of cheese books available, most are large, weighty tomes with cheeses arranged by country, which means readers have to know where the cheese is from or search through a confusing index to find it. "The Cheese Lover's Companion" is the most comprehensive, indispensable, user-friendly A-to-Z guide that includes everything about cheese. Included are entries from Asiago to Zamorano; cheese terminology; information on how cheese is made along with tips for pairing cheese with wine and beer. The small, handy format makes it easy to take the book along when choosing and buying cheese.
By the Hollywood correspondent for "The New York Times", "Rebels On The Backlot" is a revealing and page-turning account of the new generation of film directors who are changing the face of today's Hollywood. Very much as the 1970s gave rise to a defining group of filmmakers such as Martin Scorsese and Francis Ford Coppola, the 1990s witnessed a new generation who captured the imaginations of audiences, and opened the pursestrings of the Hollywood film machine. "Rebels On The Backlot" follows six top-level film directors, from the origins of their careers through the making and release of their signature films. They are: Quenton Tarantino ("Pulp Fiction"), Paul Thomas Anderson ("Boogie Nights"), David Fincher ("Fight Club"), Steven Soderbergh ("Traffic"), Spike Jonze ("Being John Malkovich"), and David O. Russell ("Three Kings"). The book uses the development, writing, shooting, editing, and release of each director's major film to explore the lives and struggles each of them faced. It will dip in and out of each filming experience, drawing in the stories of other figures along the way, creating a chronological portrait of contemporary Hollywood, and the rebel generation of the 1990s. This is also a story of an emerging community of talented artists - directors, writers, actors of young Hollywood - who supported each other, burn with envy at one another's success, swap girlfriends and boyfriends, and ultimately spur each other to greater accomplishments.
While preparing for a role in the school play, twelve-year-old Leo finds an autobiography that his father wrote as a teenager and ponders the ways people change as they grow up, in a story which includes the text for the play, Rumpopo's Porch. Reprint.
"A stunning accomplishment. This story pierces the heart." --Chicago Sun-Times RUN RUN RUN. That's what twelve-year-old Annie loves to do. When she's barefoot and running, she can hear her heart beating...thump-THUMP, thump-THUMP.It's a rhythm that makes sense in a year when everything's shifting: Her mother is pregnant, her grandfather is forgetful, and her best friend, Max, is always moody. Everything changes over time, just like the apple Annie's been assigned to draw a hundred times.Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech masterfully weaves this tender and intuitive story told in free verse about a young girl beginning to understand the many rhythms of life, and how she fits within them.Named one of the New York Public Library's 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing"Tenderhearted. Vintage Creech. Its richness lies in its sheer simplicity." --School Library Journal (starred review)"The story soars as Annie's feet fly." --Bookpage
On a long car trip, thirteen-year-old Salamanca Tree Hiddle tells her grandparents the story of a friend who copes with a lunatic and the disappearance of her mother, a tale that reflects Sal's own experience with abandonment. Newbery Medal Winner. Reissue.
Thirteen-year-old fraternal twins Dallas and Florida have grown up in a terrible orphanage but their lives change forever when an eccentric but sweet older couple invites them each on an adventure, beginning in an almost magical place called Ruby Holler. An ALA Notable Children's Book. Reprint.
